Draft:Manoj Kana

Manoj Kana, a famous Indian film director born in 1973 in Payyannur, made his name in Malayalam cinema through theater and four standout films. In 2012, Chayilyam made waves in Malayalam cinema with its exceptional quality and direction, especially among Kerala's cultural and film communities. It's a female-centric film that won awards and appeared in international film festivals. Amoeba (film) released in 2016, highlights the struggles of Kasaragod Endosulfan disaster victims, shedding light on their unnoticed hardships. It's India's first film to explore love, ambition, and inner conflicts among these victims. Kenjira his third film, addresses the survival challenges of Wayanad's tribal people. It's the first Indian film in the Paniya language, featuring tribal artists in key roles. The film received recognition, including the National Award, and was screened at international festivals. In 2022, Khedda (film) delved into the challenges of modern life through the story of a middle-class family, emphasizing the impact of smartphones and the Internet on private lives. Apart from directing, Manoj Kana is also an actor, known for roles in films like Purusha Pretham, Ka Kha ga Gha nga (lead role), Valasai Paravakal (lead role).

Achievements
 * Best Debut Director – Kerala International Film Festival- Chayilyam (2012)
 * Hassankutty Award for Best Debut Director, International Film Festival,Kerala- Chayilyam(2012)
 * Kerala State Film Award- Best Story- Chayilyam (2012)
 * Padmarajan Award for Best Film- Chayilyam (2012)
 * Padmarajan Award for Best Screenplay- Chayilyam (2012)
 * Special Jury Mention, John Abraham Award- Chayilyam (2012)
 * Best Regional Film,Pune International Film Festival - Chayilyam (2012)
 * Best Film, Indonesian Film Festiva- Chayilyam (2013)
 * Second Best Film – Kerala State Film Award- Amoeba (2016)
 * Selected for Indian Panorama - Kenjira (2019)
 * National Award for Best Regional Film - Kenjira (2019)
 * Kerala State Award for Best Second Film - Kenjira (2019)
 * Best Cinematography- Kerala State Film Award - Kenjira (2019)
 * Best Costume Designer - Kerala State Film Awards - Kenjira (2019)
 * Folklore Film Award - Folklore Academy - Kenjira (2020)
 * John Abraham Award - Kenjira(2021)